Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $1,987 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Washington, District of Columbia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 11 / 03 / 2025
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Neuro ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift Travel Nursing Job in Washington, DC

Advance your nursing career as a Neuro ICU Registered Nurse (RN) on a travel assignment in Washington, DC (20007). Join a leading teaching hospital and provide expert neurocritical care to patients with complex neurological conditions. Experience the vibrant culture and historic charm of Georgetown while working in a state-of-the-art healthcare facility. Apply now to join our healthcare team and make a difference in neuro ICU nursing!

Neuro ICU RN Job Details

Location : Washington, DC 20007 – Prime Georgetown location with access to museums, dining, and entertainment

Unit : Neuro Intensive Care Unit (Comprehensive Stroke Center)

Facility Type : Short Term Acute Care, Teaching Hospital

Assignment Type : Travel Nursing Job

Contract Length : 13 weeks

Start Date : November 3, 2025

Shift : 3 x 12-hour night shifts (19 : 00 - 07 : 00) per week

Total Hours : 36 hours per week

Estimated Weekly Salary : $1650 - $1770

Patient Ratio : 1 : 2

Charting System : Cerner

Flu Vaccine : Required (no exemptions)

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active DC Registered Nurse (RN) license (pending accepted; must be in hand before start; proof of application required)

Minimum 2 years of recent ICU nursing experience (telemetry, ventilators, peripheral IV start required; ICP experience preferred)

At least 1 prior travel nurse assignment required

Certifications : ACLS, BLS, NIHSS (CCRN preferred)

Experience with Cerner electronic medical records (EMR) system

Ability to float to units of equivalent or lower acuity as needed

Two supervisor references required

Weekend shifts required as part of rotation

Flu vaccine required (no exemptions)

Neuro ICU RN Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality, compassionate nursing care to adult and geriatric patients with neurological conditions (brain tumors, strokes, seizures, neuromuscular disorders)

Monitor and manage ventilators, intracranial pressure (ICP), EVDs, lumbar drains, and advanced neurocritical care equipment

Administer emergency medications, blood products, and titrate cardiac / vasoactive drips

Interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs), dysrhythmias, and perform phlebotomy and IV starts

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including PT, RT, pharmacy, radiology, and social services

Maintain infection prevention protocols and isolation precautions

Float to other critical care units as required

Participate in orientation and complete required modules prior to start

Ready to take the next step in your nursing career? Apply now for this Neuro ICU RN travel nursing job in Washington, DC, and join a top healthcare team!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us : www.ghrhealthcare.com

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #416795. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : ICU

About GHR Healthcare

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